|
|
1. (n.) vicious circle
Logic.
2. vicious circle
(in demonstration) the use of each of two propositions to establish the other.
3. vicious circle
(in definition) the use of each of two terms to define the other.
Etymology: (1785–95)
|
| Definition of 'vicious circle' |
Princeton's WordNet |
|
1. (noun) vicious circle, vicious cycle
one trouble leads to another that aggravates the first
2. (noun) vicious circle
an argument that assumes that which is to be proved
|
|
|
|
|
| Alternative search options for 'vicious circle' |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|